Big Jim's Wing Shack
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Big Jim's Wing Shack has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Big Jim's Wing Shack was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
“Proper date marking and disposition” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 85, which Big Jim's Wing Shack's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed a certified food safety manager is not provided for the establishment.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bags of potatoes are being stored on the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping towel bucket with sanitizer is stored on top of ice bin at soda machine.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sign is not provided at hand sink at bar.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed soap without handle (ex. bowl) is being stored in bucket of fish batter in kitchen.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single service cups are being stored on the floor behind the bar.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
70
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed a certified food safety manager is not provided for the establishment.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish is thawed in sink designated for ready to eat food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine dispenses sanitizer only if tube is extended up from original mounted space. Machine must be repaired and ensure sanitizer consistently goes through machine.
511-6-1.05(2)(cc)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish is being thawed at room temperature in food prep sink.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed bag of potatoes is being stored on the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sign is not provided at hand sink at bar.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed handle on cooler is in disrepair exposing insulation.
511-6-1.05(1)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. exteriors of cook equipment, bulk food containers, exteriors of canned foods, shelves throughout).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls along baseboards beneath equipment are not clean and maintained.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed gnats present behind the bar.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roaches present behind the bar.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed door leading to the exterior back of the building is not closed.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
47
Feb 5, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink behind bar is in disrepair.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods that are kept for more than 24 hours is not date marked or is kept for more than (7) days (ex. deli turkey, hot dogs, stew, bbq, sliced cheese). (Repeat)
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls along baseboards behind equipment is in need of cleaning. Floors behind bar are in need of cleaning.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed improper beverage container is used for food handler drinks in kitchen and is stored on prep table at cutting board by food.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed large buckets are being stored on the floor of fries.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed gnats are present behind the bar.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
67
Aug 13, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods that are kept for more than 24 hours is not date marked or is kept for more than (7) days. (Repeat)
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed plumbing leak at 3-compartment in kitchen and a faucet fixture in disrepair at the bar.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection is not posted in public view. Establishment has an 85 and is still posting the 90 from 2/2023. (Repeat)
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
78
Feb 23, 2024
Followup
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods do not meet temperature requirements of 135 degrees F or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods do not meet temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods held in the cooler for more than 24 hours is not date marked and/or thrown away within (7) days. (ex. unmarked bar-b-que; brisket)
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection is not posted in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cooler in kitchen does not maintain temperatures of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
61
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods do not meet temperature requirements of 135 degrees F or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods do not meet temperature requirements of 41 degrees F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: /Observed Certified Food Safety Manager certification is expired (Tiffany Geis )
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink is blocked in kitchen due to food items (ex. deli meat and hot dog packet) stored inside the sink. Also, a cardboard box is inside the sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed paper towels are not readily available at hand sink behind bar.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS ready to eat foods that are kept for more than 24 hours is not date marked with system chosen by the facility (ex. chopped pork that was prepared Sunday, bags of hot dogs, bags of cheese, pan of roast).
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed each toxic chemical squirt bottle is not labeled with common name once removed from original container. There are clear cups of chemical present behind bar.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed hot water is not readily available at 3-compartment sink behind bar.
511-6-1.06(1)(i)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks present on prep tables by food items.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent routine inspection is not posted in public view. A score of 90 is posted when it should be an 82 from 8/15/2023.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces are not clean (ex. hood vents, crevices of cook line, exteriors of food containers, interior coolers, shelving throughout).
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed plumbing leak at sinks behind bar.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors and walls along baseboards and behind equipment is in need of detail cleaning.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Jim's Wing Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Jim's Wing Shack on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Jim's Wing Shack?
Across the inspection record, “proper date marking and disposition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Big Jim's Wing Shack.
How does Big Jim's Wing Shack compare to other restaurants in Griffin?
Big Jim's Wing Shack most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Griffin average of 85.
Has Big Jim's Wing Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Jim's Wing Shack have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Big Jim's Wing Shack means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Big Jim's Wing Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Jim's Wing Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.
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